Florida:
Dr. Lori Padgett,DVM
CARE ANIMAL HOSPITAL
511 East Bloomingdale Avenue
Brandon, FL 33511
(813) 684-7387Comments: I have an extraordinary vet that I would like to recommend to fellow Droolers who either live in the Tampa Bay Florida area, or are passing through with their little "babies". Her name is Lori Padgett and she is the most gentle and caring vet I have ever been to.
Nominated by Denise Shafrin
Dr. Dean Scott
ANIMAL CLINIC OF BRANDON
901 N. Parsons Ave.
Brandon, FL 33511
(813) 651-0467Comments: I have an extraordinary vet that I would like to recommend to fellow Droolers who either live in the Tampa Bay Florida area, or are passing through with their little "babies". Her name is Lori Padgett and she is the most gentle and caring vet I have ever been to.
Nominated by Michael Gyduska
Dr. Fish
San Juan Animal Hospital
4519 San Juan Avenue
Jacksonville, Fl 32210
904-389-7696Nominated by Geri Wynn
Dr. Barry Cole
Village Animal Hospital
1340 Palm Bay Road
Palm Bay, FL 32905
407-725-9770Dr. Cole has been my vet since I moved to the area 15 years ago. He'd been
my basset hound, Bo's vet for 10 1/2 years. He got Bo through 3 chocolate
binges, an attack of pancretis, and finally......he helped Bo through the
stages of an aggressive cancer. How do you explain how good a vet
is......when he was dealing with a dog who never, never expressed pain...not
a whelp or even a pout. Bo was had to have been in serious pain before he
was diagnosed with cancer......but never ever let on........and still Dr.
Cole really observed and listened to his patient. Dr. Cole was also there
for us when we decided to get another basset....he talked to us very frankly
and with such care. Dr. Cole is a true gem for any animal............especially the stubborn and often silly basset hound.Nominated by Maria Nerius
Monument Road Animal Hospital
Dr. Michael Shumer
Jacksonville, FL
904-721-2119
Comments: When we lived in Jacksonville, Florida I truly loved this vet. Come to find out a few years later he had been featured on Home and Garden Television (HGTV). He have several Bassets that he takes very good care of. He was the only one in town to put a finger on Penelope's stomach problem.
Nominated by: Cynthia Vives
Dr. Lee Kierstein *
Dr. Molly Pearson
Magnolia Animal Hospital
2019 North Magnolia Avenue
Ocala, Florida 34475
352-622-7143
Dr. Brown
Northwood Animal Hospital
N Martin Luther King Blvd
(850) 385-8181 or 385-7387
Comments: dr brown is owned by a basset herself - she is very helpful to rescue, in fact several rescues in tallahassee use their facility, in addition to concern for the animals, they are open 24 hrs
Dr. Deloney
Seminol Animal Health Clinic
(850) 942-6650Comments: he is located on capital circle se, also owns 'crawfordwood' facility i
forget exact addy, but he is truly great vet - works with rescue as well -
imho, most reputable vet in tallahassee, started Northwood
Ceder Hills Animal Hospital
Dr. E. Howard Acree JR., DVM
3603 Blanding Boulevard
Jacksonville, Florida 32210
(904) 772-8000Comments: I meet Dr. Acree last year. He is the best vet I have ever had for my bassets. He was recommended to me by my mother-in-law, who also has bassets. He is wonderful with them, he talks to them like they are children, which by the way they are. I wouldn't trust anyone else with them. He is located in Jacksonville but is really close to Orange park and the surrounding area.
Balasky Animal Hospital
Dr. Peter Balasky
11701 Orange Drive
Davie, FL 33330
(954) 424-7038My vet is WONDERFUL!!!! Please recommend him to others.
Belleair Bluffs Animal Hospital
Dr. Guy Gibson, Dr. Gerald Lee, Dr. Donald Morgan
320 Indian Rocks Rd
Belleair Bluffs, FL
(727) 585-5682Comments: I would like to recommend the following doctors at Bluffs Animal Hospital near Clearwater, Florida for being wonderful Basset vets. They have been taking care of our Bassets for over 10 years and our Afghans for over 12
years, they certainly know their hounds and we wouldn't trust our guys to
any one else. They have been used in the St. Petersburg Times vet advice
column, and have been featured on a TV show regarding emergency vets (they
offer 24 hour emergency service). Dr. Gibson is a Basset owner and they are
all terrific caring individuals with an excellent office staff. Not to
mention the fact that a couple of them are Florida Gators.Nominated by: Jeanne Callaghan, Dunedin, Fl.
Brentwood Animal Hospital
Dr. P.C. Hightman
4605 Brentwood Avenue
Jacksonville, FL 32206
(904) 354-0547Comments: Our wonderful three-year old Bassett, "Oscar" suddenly developed Immune Deficiency Syndrome after he received his annual vaccinations (From another vet).
Within months, he was dying..and so were our hearts. He suffered from chronic pneumonia and every bug that came along. We sought out Vet Schools in Florida and New York and all between searching for a Vet who could help. Everyone wrote him off and prepared us to lose him. Oscar was losing weight fast and begged us to help him with those soulful Bassett eyes.
Then our groomer suggested Dr. P.C. Hightman DVM of Brentwood Animal Clinic 4605 Brentwood Avenue, Jacksonville, Florida 32206. Phone: (904) 354-0547. Dr. Hightman combines western Vet medicine (University of Florida grad) with eastern thought (Chinese herbs, holistic practice and acupuncture). Yes, we were skeptical too...but believe us... this vet saved our Bassett's life!
In a few very short weeks, our "Oscar" was on his way back to us. Bright eyes, healed lungs, boosted immune system, happy dog. That was two years ago and we are so grateful to have our Oscar as part of our family. Dr. Hightman continues to amaze us. We meet pet-owners from Georgia who drive to Jacksonville for this special vet's care.
When Oscar was so very sick, I left messages on many boards trying to find someone who knew of a vet to help us. I'm glad to post this note now. We have our dog-child Oscar back and we are cheerleaders for this wonderful vet and his skill!
Nominated by: Sharon and Gary Hatchel
Dr. Dennis Oyer
Coral Vet Clinic
9540 Cypress Lake Dr
Ft. Myers, FL 33919
941-481-4746Our Basset, Daisy, was rescued from the Humane Society at the age of 16 months. We had never had a Basset before, but we were totally captivated by her. Dr. Oyer has taken a fancy to her, also. He is just wonderful with her when we visit and on the few occasions when we have had to board her, she has been the "queen" of the "hotel".
Nominated by Jack and Sally Davies
Dr. Greg Todd
Animal Hospital of Dunedin
1355 Pinehurst Road
Dunedin FL 34698
727-733-9351Comments: Dr. Todd has seen Beau and Cleo through every thing from kennel cough, to broken bones, to pneumonia, and as little as ear infections. He loves all animals and is truly a vet for that reason. I have dogs and horses all of my life, and he is by far the best Vet, that I have ever come in contact with. We refer to him as "Dr. Kisses"
Nominated by: Leslie KalinDr. Joe Cordell
Tallahassee Veterinary Hospital
2323 Centerville Rd.
Tallahassee Florida, 3230
8 50-386-5151.
Comments: Dr. Cordell truly understands how the pets feel. He has a knowledge of Bassetts that is simply amazing. I would recommend him to any and all of your pets. You'll be suprized at how caring this clinic and staff are to you and your pet.
Nominated by: Clay Tidwell
Kevin Conrad D.V.M
Sunset Point Animal Hospital
2572 Sunset Point Road
Clearwater FL 33765
phone: (727) 797-1166
nominated by: J. Reece
comments: I have three bassets. Dr. Conrad and his staff are very loving and knowledgeable. I highly recommend them.
Dr. Janis Liro
Maitland Veterinary Clinic
671 N. Orlando Ave.
Maitland FL
407-645-1970
nominated_by: Ellen Williams
comments: My husband and I have been taking our Bassets to Dr. Liro for over 20 years. She's a wonderful vet who truly appreciates and understands Bassets as do all the people who work for her. We recommend her highly!
Dr. Tyrene Fellman
A Pets Friend Animal Hospital
110 E. Shamrock Blvd.
Venice FL 34293
(941) 493-6240
nominated_by: Michael Gyduska & Slugbutt
comments: When Slugbutt woke up and could not put any weight on his front paw, I called Dr. Fellman, and despite the hectic schedule of surgeries and office hours she had, she told us to come in immediatly. She knew Slugbutt didn't like being on the exam table, she got right down on the floor with him, and made him feel comfortable, despite the pain. She examined him, and took X-rays, Sent him home with meds and orders for rest and quiet.Even tho' it was an emergency, we were only charged for a regular office visit and the X-rays. She has a soft spot for bassets, and Slugbutt in particular. Any time we need an appointment, she gets us in within a day. So if you are ever in Venice, and need a vet, please give them a call!
Dr. Hobson Fulmer
Apalachicola Bay Animail Clinic
187 Hwy. 98 West, P.O. Box 685
Eastpoint FL 32328
(850) 670-4402
nominated_by: Dawn McDougal
comments: While on vacation recently at St. George Island one of my hounds got sick (a bad cough). I called the vet in the phone book and to my surprise they took me that morning. The entire staff and Dr. Fulmer were very, very nice!! Heidi is feeling so much better. I would recommend him to anyone.
Dr. Walsh
A Pet's Friend
110 Shamrock Blvd
Venice FL 34293
941-497-6240
nominated_by: Donna DePamphilis
comments: Dr. Walsh and his staff have taken care of my bassets for many years and have always been the best. He is a huge supporter of the local humane societies and he always has time to attend to emergencies, no matter what the reason. Phred (1988-1998), Daisy and Odus have always had the very best care and I recommed Dr. Walsh to everyone.
